Prince Edward Island Lobster

150+ Years of Tradition

Prince Edward Island fishers have been hauling in world-class lobster for over 150 years, continuing a tradition passed down through generations. Today, 1,200+ fishers operate out of 45 ports, ensuring PEI lobster reaches tables worldwide.

The Season & Setting Day

Twice a year, Setting Day marks the start of lobster season — a time-honored tradition where boats set out at sunrise, traps in tow, as communities gather to cheer them on.

Beyond the Catch

PEI fishers do more than harvest lobster—they’re stewards of the sea. Beyond the season, they repair gear, maintain boats, and actively protect the fishery through conservation efforts, research, and advocacy.

The lobster fishery is truly at the heart of rural PEI, where life ebbs and flows with the lobster season.

Where to Buy PEI Lobster

Looking to enjoy fresh PEI Lobster? Whether you’re a home cook or a business looking for wholesale supply, we’ve got you covered.

For Consumers

Buy fresh, live, or frozen PEI lobster from trusted local markets.

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For Wholesale Buyers

Need bulk orders for restaurants, exports, or distribution?

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How to Cook PEI Lobster

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Meet the Fishers Behind the Catch

Jason Doucette

Jason, the captain of Jason D 2000, has been coming to North Rustico harbour since he was a young kid. Like many island lobster fishers, fishing runs in Jason’s family. His father Barry, is also... Meet Jason

Karrington Palmer

The 2022 season will be the first time Karrington will be running her own fleet, but that doesn't make her the new kid on the block. Karrington has been on the water her entire life. Meet Karrington

Bethany McCarthy

Bethany McCarthy has been fishing out of Graham's Pond, PEI since 1997. The freedom found on the open water makes lobster fishing a profession worth loving. Meet Bethany
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Get ready to savour the flavours and experience PEI lobster like never before

Discover incredible lobster dishes, excursions, and events across the island!

Get ready to savour the flavours and experience PEI lobster like never before

Discover incredible lobster dishes, excursions, and events across the island!

The Legendary Prince Edward Island Lobster Crawl showcases Island restaurants with tasty dishes featuring PEI lobster, retail marketplaces that sell and ship PEI lobster, excursions you can go on to get hands-on experiences with PEI lobster and iconic lobster-themed events.

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Do you know lobster? Buoys that mark lobster traps are all of uniform size and colour.

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Do you know lobster? It takes 5 to 7 years for a lobster to grow to legal size or about one pound.

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Do you know lobster? A freshly laid lobster egg is the size of the head of a pin (1/16").

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Do you know lobster? The red part found inside some lobsters is called the roe, or the unfertilized eggs of the female.

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Do you know lobster? Lobsters traps have both a kitchen and a parlour.

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Do you know lobster? Lobsters are handled one at a time.

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Do you know lobster? Lobster is good for you.

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Do you know lobster? Lobsters have a pigment in their shells making the shell appear red.

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Do you know lobster? Whistling on the boat is considered bad luck.

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Do you know lobster? There are two sizes of PEI Lobster

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Do you know lobster? Once inside a trap lobsters can never get out.

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Do you know lobster? Buoys that mark lobster traps are all of uniform size and colour.

TrueorFalse

Do you know lobster? It takes 5 to 7 years for a lobster to grow to legal size or about one pound.

TrueorFalse

Do you know lobster? A freshly laid lobster egg is the size of the head of a pin (1/16").

TrueorFalse

Do you know lobster? The red part found inside some lobsters is called the roe, or the unfertilized eggs of the female.

TrueorFalse

Do you know lobster? Lobsters traps have both a kitchen and a parlour.

TrueorFalse

Do you know lobster? Lobsters are handled one at a time.

TrueorFalse

Do you know lobster? Lobster is good for you.

TrueorFalse

Do you know lobster? Lobsters have a pigment in their shells making the shell appear red.

TrueorFalse

Do you know lobster? Whistling on the boat is considered bad luck.

TrueorFalse

Do you know lobster? There are two sizes of PEI Lobster

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Do you know lobster? Once inside a trap lobsters can never get out.

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